John Carmichael
Biographical sketches of Presbyterian ministers John Carmichael and Azel Roe, highlighting education, ministry, Revolutionary-era patriotism, pastoral labors, and deaths.
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Archives
The Confessional Presbyterian Archive is a curated digital library dedicated to preserving and promoting the writings of 17th–20th century Presbyterian pastors, teachers, and leaders. Featuring thousands of searchable texts, biographies, and historical resources, the archive provides direct access to the primary-source materials of American Presbyterianism.
John Carmichael
The General Assembly’s Board of Education and the American Education Society
Urges the Church to pair prayer with practical means—funding and educating pious, promising young men in seminaries via societies to supply ministers for vast mission fields.
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Baccalaureate: A Discourse Delivered to the Senior Class in the College of New-Jersey on the Sabbath Preceding the Annual Commencement, September, 1829
Baccalaureate sermon urging obedience to God rather than human approval, illustrated by Peter and John's Acts 4 reply; warns against seeking fame and worldly applause.
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The Character & Blessedness of the Good Man: A Discourse
Sermon on Psalm 1:1-2 describing the blessed man: he shuns ungodly counsel, the way of sinners, and the seat of the scornful, stressing the formative power of companions.
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Bondage of Sin — Freedom by the Gospel
Carnahan's sermon teaches that sin enslaves individuals and nations; only the gospel — Christ's atonement and saving faith — frees from condemnation to true liberty.
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An Address Delivered Before the Alumni Association of Nassau Hall, on the Day of the Annual Commencement of the College, Sept. 25, 1833
Advocates rigorous preparatory education as the essential foundation for collegiate success. Warns parents and teachers that inadequate early training harms intellectual and moral development.
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An Address to the Students of the College of New Jersey, at the Funeral of Gerard Seymour Hooe: … Delivered March 16th, 1836
Funeral address to Princeton students urging immediate readiness for death: repent, believe in Christ, and pursue holiness — life is uncertain and judgment is coming.
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The Dangers of a College Life: A Discourse Delivered in Nassau-Hall, December 3, 1843
A college president warns new students against idleness, bad company, and desultory reading, urging steady study and disciplined habits as decisive for future character and success.
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A Baccalaureate Discourse
Baccalaureate sermon urging young men to be sober-minded—warning against intemperance, sensual indulgence, and gambling; calling for self-control and sound judgment.
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The Pennsylvania Insurrection of 1794, Commonly Called the “Whiskey Insurrection”
Rev. James Carnahan's 1852 paper examines the 1794 Pennsylvania "Whiskey Insurrection," tracing frontier hardship, oppressive excise taxes, and the local resistance that followed.
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The Importance of Virtuous Habits in Young Men, and the Means by Which They May Be Attained: A Discourse
Baccalaureate sermon urging young men to form virtuous habits early. Warns of moral dangers and insists on cleansing one's way by God's Word (Ps.119:9).
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The Autobiography and Ministerial Life of the Rev. John Johnston, D.D.
Autobiography of Rev. John Johnston, D.D., recounting his birth, schooling, Princeton studies, long Presbyterian ministry in Newburgh/New Windsor, revivals, and church service.
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John Fleming Carson
History (1888) of the Reformed Presbyterian Church in America, covering ministries, congregations, missions, institutions, publications and portraits. Includes biographical sketches and synod records.
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Married Life in Sacred Story
Reflection on Genesis 24 (Isaac and Rebekah) exploring courtship, parental influence, character formation, divine guidance, dowry, and marriage as a union of hearts grounded in faith.
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Notes of a Trip Round the World
Andrew Carnegie's 1878 travelogue recounts a transcontinental tour, noting industry, agriculture, cities, and scenery, with practical social and economic observations.
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Our Coaching Trip: Brighton to Inverness
Andrew Carnegie's 1882 travelogue recounts a spirited coaching trip from Brighton to Inverness, blending youthful reminiscence, nature appreciation, and reflections on fortune and providence.
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An American Four-in-Hand in Britain
Andrew Carnegie's travel memoir recounts youthful dreams and a convivial Atlantic voyage to Britain, reflecting on fortune, nature, and changing ambitions.
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Triumphant Democracy: Or, Fifty Years’ March of the Republic
Andrew Carnegie praises the American Republic—its rapid population, economic, and industrial growth—and defends republican government as the foundation of national greatness.
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